SLO police identify pedestrian hit and killed by car on Tank Farm Road

A pedestrian killed after being hit by a car on Tank Farm Road in San Luis Obispo has been identified, according to city police.

Micheal Hamlin, 52, a pedestrian, died after being struck by a vehicle on the 200 block of Tank Farm Road about 10:25 p.m. Tuesday, the San Luis Obispo Police Department said in a news release Wednesday.

Hamlin was found unconscious in the roadway Tuesday night after a vehicle driven by a 76-year-old man struck him, the release said.

“Unfortunately the individual died as a result of the injuries received during the collision,” the police department said the news release.

The driver was evaluated for driving under the influence, but drugs and alcohol were not a factor in the crash, police said.

An ongoing investigation is take place to determine the cause of the collision.

Roadwork has been ongoing in that area of Tank Farm Road for several weeks.

Phillips urged drivers to be cautious in areas where construction is happening or where there is not a lot of lighting. Pedestrians are cautioned to wear bright clothing and avoid the roadways.

Anyone who witnessed or has information about the incident is asked to contact Officer Luca Benedetti at 805-594-8060, referencing SLOPD case #200211077.

This story was originally published February 12, 2020 at 5:09 PM.